Will back Food Bill if farmers’ interests are protected: SP

Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav on Monday said his party was ready to support the food security Bill if the government promises to protect the interests of farmers and ensures that they get profit over their produce.

His remarks are significant as they come against the backdrop of reports that the issue of suspended IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal could cast a shadow over Congress’ bid to secure Samajwadi Party’s support on the food measure.

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“If they promise that the farmers’ interests will not be ignored and they will get profit over their produce,then we can support the Bill,” Yadav said.